Nikon D3400vsSony Cyber-Shot DSC-WX300

A high image quality and multi award winning 395g camera, with a very good spec and a low price. It has an HDMI and an optical zoom of, does not have an image stabiliser and features bluetooth. Purchasers report that this camera has excellent features and it produces very good images, and easy to use.

A fully featured and award winning 20x optical zoom camera, with a light 105g weight and a fair price. It supports Wi-Fi and Full HD video, has an image stabiliser and features smile detection. Multiple reviews mentioned that it has an excellent zoom, it's compact but not {more} able to produce good images.

A high image quality and multi award winning 395g camera, with a very good spec and a low price. It has an HDMI and an optical zoom of, does not have an image stabiliser and features bluetooth. Purchasers report that this camera has excellent features and it produces very good images, and easy to use.

A fully featured and award winning 20x optical zoom camera, with a light 105g weight and a fair price. It supports Wi-Fi and Full HD video, has an image stabiliser and features smile detection. Multiple reviews mentioned that it has an excellent zoom, it's compact but not {more} able to produce good images.

The Nikon D3400 has a megapixels of 24.2MP, but the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 is only an 18.2MP digital camera (6MP lower).

The resolution of the images a digital camera produces is measured in megapixels (MP). One megapixel is equal to 1 million pixels and is a result of the pixel width multiplied by the pixel height of the image. While a higher image resolution generally results in sharper images, only a relatively low megapixel count is required when printing the image at a small size or to display it on a computer screen.

A sensor with more megapixels will be able to capture more detailed photos and the image will appear sharper. Images with more megapixels can also be printed at a larger size.

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Bluetooth

The Nikon D3400 features bluetooth, however the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 does not.

Bluetooth is a communication standard used to wirelessly transfer data between devices. In a digital camera, it is used to send photos between the camera and mobile phones and tablets, or to control external peripherals (such as flashes).

Bluetooth is a necessity to use certain modern camera peripherals, so without this tech you will be limited with what extras you can use.

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Better Kagoo Score

The Nikon D3400 has received a Kagoo Score of 83, whereas the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 scored 80.

$22 Cheaper

The Nikon D3400 is $22 cheaper than the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300.

More Shops Are Selling it

A greater number of retailers increases the price competition amongst retailers for this digital camera and also increases the chances of the product remaining in stock.

Three Years Newer

The Nikon D3400 is three years newer than the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300

Six More Awards

The Nikon D3400 has received 8 awards, but the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 has received 2 awards.

Expert Reviews Are a Little Better

Based on 54 reviews, the average expert review score of the Nikon D3400 is 77%, whereas the average rating of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 is 75% (based on 8 reviews).

User Reviews Are Appreciably Better

Based on 514 reviews, the average user review score of the Nikon D3400 is 95%, whereas the average rating of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 is 80% (based on 1 review).

Better Brand

Nikon digital cameras have an average rating of 90.5%, but Sony only has an average rating of 88.3%.

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290g Lighter

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 has a weight of 105g, but the Nikon D3400 is a 395g digital camera (290g heavier).

The camera's weight will depend on the type and size of camera. Compact cameras are usually the lightest while digital SLRs will be heavier. Also consider the number and weight of lenses to take when using a SLR.

The lower the camera weight, the easier it will be to carry around and it will also reduce your hand luggage weight when flying.

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Smile Detection

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 features smile detection, however the Nikon D3400 does not.

'Smile detection' is a special mode for a digital camera that can detect when the subject is smiling, and take the photo automatically when it detects a smile.

Automatic smile detection makes it easy to capture the perfect moment in a photo, and means you won't miss a brief smile due to poor reflexes.

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Full HD Video

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 supports Full HD video, but the Nikon D3400 does not support this feature.

Cameras with full HD video recording can capture video with a resolution of at least 1920 x 1080 pixels.

Full HD video usually appears sharper as more pixels re being recorded.

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Multi Burst Mode

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 features multi burst mode, but the Nikon D3400 does not feature this benefit.

'Multi burst mode' is a special setting on a digital camera to allow it to take multiple photos in very quick succession at a single button press.

Burst mode is very helpful for sports photography, or any time where you are trying to capture a fast-moving subject.

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Wi-Fi

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 supports Wi-Fi, however the Nikon D3400 does not support this feature.

WiFi connectivity allows you upload photos to your computer and the internet without connecting the camera to the computer with a cable.

WiFi connectivity makes it easier to upload your photos as you will not need a cable. Most cameras will also allow you to print photos via Wifi.

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Built-in Flash

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 has a built-in flash, whereas the Nikon D3400 does not.

Cameras with a built in flash illuminate the subject in low light conditions. A flash can also be used to place more emphasis on the foreground or lighten dark shadows.

Cameras with a built in flash can take pictures in low light conditions. Since no external flash is required, cameras with a built in flash are smaller and easier to carry.

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2 Expert Review Sites Gave It a Higher Review Score

Les Numeriques.com and Optyczne.pl both gave the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 a better review score.

Average Expert Rating

The Nikon D3400 has better expert reviews than the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The average expert reviews score for the Nikon D3400 is 77% based on 54 reviews, where as the average score for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 is 75% based on 8 reviews.

Average User Rating

The Nikon D3400 has better user reviews than the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The average user reviews score for the Nikon D3400 is 95% based on 514 reviews, where as the average score for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 is 80% based on 1 review.

Average Brand Rating

Nikon has a better average brand rating than Sony. The average brand rating for Nikon is 90.5% based on over 25,000 reviews, where as the average brand rating for Sony is 88.3% based on over 12,000 reviews.

Ephotozine Review Score

Announced earlier this year , the Nikon D3400 is an update to the D3300, and features low-power Bluetooth for automatic transfer of images, a built-in guide mode, plus long battery life, and a 24 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor. Nikon says yo......

Good handling

Good noise performance

Impressive battery life

Built-in guide and help

Bluetooth for instant image transfer

5fps continuous shooting

Nikon 3400

AF fine-tune would help

Slow live-view focus and shutter response

No HDR or Auto Exposure Bracketing mode

Remote shooting not possible (camera doesn't feature Wi-Fi)

No auto panoramic mode ( 3300 featured this)

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Designed to be an entry-level, easy to use DSLR the D3400 features built-in Bluetooth (but not Wi-Fi) and unfortunately, there are limitations including the inability to shoot remotely, and the camera has less connectivity than the D3300.For those looking......

The Sony Cybershot DSC-WX300 is a digital camera which is pocketable, yet packs a 20x optical zoom lens, Wi-Fi and an 18.2 Exmor R CMOS sensor. It is available in red, white and black for £280.00.Sony Cybershot DSC-WX300 Features The Sony Cybershot DSC......

Small body

20x optical zoom lens

Built-in Wi-Fi

Up to 10 fps continuous shooting

Excellent battery life

Images have good colours

Impressive focus speeds

Sony Cybershot DSC-W 300

Image detail could be better

Images are noisy from ISO 800 upwards

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The Sony Cybershot DSC-WX300 is an extremely small compact, particularly when you consider it packs a 20x optical zoom lens and Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi makes it easy to share images with smartphones and tablets, as well as using them as a remote control. On the......

Weight

The camera's weight will depend on the type and size of camera. Compact cameras are usually the lightest while digital SLRs will be heavier. Also consider the number and weight of lenses to take when using a SLR.

The lower the camera weight, the easier it will be to carry around and it will also reduce your hand luggage weight when flying.

Megapixels

The resolution of the images a digital camera produces is measured in megapixels (MP). One megapixel is equal to 1 million pixels and is a result of the pixel width multiplied by the pixel height of the image. While a higher image resolution generally results in sharper images, only a relatively low megapixel count is required when printing the image at a small size or to display it on a computer screen.

A sensor with more megapixels will be able to capture more detailed photos and the image will appear sharper. Images with more megapixels can also be printed at a larger size.

Maximum ISO Sensitivity

ISO sensitivity denotes the sensitivity of your camera to available light. Modifying the sensitivity causes the camera to gather more or less light when forming an image. Higher sensitivity gathers more light, which means can lead to a sharper image in low-light conditions. However it may also lead to increased 'noise', meaning the ISO level must be carefully modified to get the best shot.

A higher maximum ISO sensitivity will allow you to take photos in lower light levels without using flash.

Wi-Fi

WiFi connectivity allows you upload photos to your computer and the internet without connecting the camera to the computer with a cable.

WiFi connectivity makes it easier to upload your photos as you will not need a cable. Most cameras will also allow you to print photos via Wifi.